Young Defenders of the Motherland Museum

Western European Russia


This small museum tells the tragic stories of the children and teenagers who fought against fascism during the ferocious battles of WWII. There's a photo of the youngest soldier, who was just six years old, along with photos of a 14-year-old pilot and teenage medics, as well as personal items.


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